Thermomechanical analyser

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011976",
  "term": "Thermomechanical analyser",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An instrument that measures the dimensional changes of a material as a function of temperature, time, and applied force. It typically consists of a probe that rests on the sample, a furnace, and a displacement sensor. Thermomechanical analysis (TMA) is used to determine properties such as coefficient of thermal expansion, glass transition temperature, and softening points of polymers.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2013, 85, 1017. 'Glossary of terms relating to thermal and thermomechanical properties of polymers (IUPAC Recommendations 2013)' on page 1041 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-12-03-02)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/thermomechanical-analyser/"
}